A system for configuring outlet groups on an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) is provided. The system includes a computer system connected via a communication link to the UPS. The computer system includes a memory and at least one processor coupled to the memory. The at least one processor is configured to receive data pertaining to at least one device, receive data pertaining to a plurality of outlet groups associated with the UPS, determine one configuration profile for the at least one device, the one configuration profile being included in a plurality of configuration profiles, determine one outlet group of the plurality of outlet groups, the one outlet group being configured for the one configuration profile, associate the one configuration profile with the one outlet group and provide an instruction for a user to connect the at least one device in an outlet included in the one outlet group.
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1. A system for configuring outlet groups on an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), the system comprising: a computer system connected via a communication link to the UPS, wherein the computer system includes: a memory; at least one processor coupled to the memory, the at least one processor configured to: receive data pertaining to at least one device; receive data pertaining to a plurality of outlet groups associated with the UPS; determine one configuration profile for the at least one device, the one configuration profile being included in a plurality of configuration profiles; determine one outlet group of the plurality of outlet groups, the one outlet group being configured for the one configuration profile; associate the one configuration profile with the one outlet group; and provide an instruction for a user to connect the at least one device in an outlet included in the one outlet group.
A system configures UPS outlet groups using a computer connected to the UPS. The computer receives device data and data about UPS outlet groups. The system selects a configuration profile for the device from a set of profiles, then chooses an outlet group suited for that profile. It associates the profile with the outlet group and instructs the user to plug the device into an outlet within that group. This automates and optimizes power management based on device needs and UPS capabilities.
2. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to display a visual representation of the UPS to the user, the visual representation including a visual representation of the plurality of outlet groups, the visual representation of the plurality of outlet groups including at least one visual representation of an outlet of at least one outlet group of the plurality of outlet groups.
The system from the previous outlet group configuration description shows the user a visual representation of the UPS, including visual representations of the outlet groups. These visual representations also display individual outlets within the groups. This allows for a user-friendly interface when configuring the UPS.
3. The system of claim 2 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to provide the instruction for the user to connect the at least one device in the outlet via the visual representation.
Building on the visual UPS representation showing outlet groups and individual outlets in the previous description, the system provides the device connection instruction via this visual representation. This means the user is guided to the correct outlet to plug the device into directly through the graphical interface, enhancing usability.
4. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to associate at least one of a plurality of priority levels with at least one of the plurality of configuration profiles, wherein the plurality of priority levels ranges from a lowest priority level to a highest priority level.
In addition to the outlet group configuration described, each configuration profile is assigned a priority level. These priority levels range from lowest to highest. This enables the system to prioritize devices connected to the UPS in case of power outages or other events where power needs to be managed.
5. The system of claim 1 , wherein the plurality of configuration profiles includes configuration settings, the configuration settings including at least one of critical load information, graceful shutdown information, turn-on delay information, stay-off delay information and turn-off delay information.
Expanding on the outlet group configuration, the configuration profiles contain settings like critical load information, graceful shutdown details, turn-on delay, stay-off delay, and turn-off delay. This allows each profile to fine-tune power behavior according to specific device requirements, ensuring optimal operation and data protection.
6. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to: determine whether a first outlet group and a second outlet group are associated with at least one profile of the plurality of configuration profiles, wherein the second outlet group is dependent on the first outlet group.
The system from the initial outlet group configuration determines if two outlet groups have a configuration profile association and if one outlet group depends on the other. The system evaluates the relationships and dependencies between the different outlet groups and associated configuration profiles.
7. The system of claim 6 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to: determine whether the first outlet group is preferably assignable by the one configuration profile; and associate the at least one device with the first outlet group, if the first outlet group is preferably assignable by the one configuration profile.
Using the dependency determination of outlet groups described, the system determines whether a specific outlet group is the preferred assignment for a device's configuration profile. If the outlet group is deemed preferable, then the system associates that device with that outlet group automatically.
8. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to: determine whether the one configuration profile is already associated with an outlet group of the plurality of outlet groups; and associate the at least one device with the outlet group, if the one configuration profile is already associated with the outlet group.
The system from the initial outlet group configuration determines if the selected device configuration profile is already associated with any outlet groups. If a suitable outlet group already exists with the profile, then the device is connected to this existing outlet group.
9. The system of claim 1 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to: determine whether at least one free outlet group is included in the plurality of outlet groups; and associate the at least one device with the at least one free outlet group, if there is at least one free outlet group in the plurality of outlet groups.
In the outlet group configuration system, the system checks if there are any free (unused) outlet groups. If available, the device is assigned to one of these free outlet groups. This ensures devices are connected to available power sources.
10. The system of claim 9 , wherein the at least one processor is configured to associate another device already assigned to the one outlet group to another outlet group, if there are no free outlet groups in the plurality of outlet groups and the another device has a lower priority level than the at least one device.
Extending the previous outlet group assignment logic, if no free outlet groups exist, the system reassigns a lower priority device from its current outlet group. The system moves the lower priority device to a different outlet group to make room for the higher priority device.
11. A method for configuring outlet groups on an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), the method comprising: receiving data pertaining to at least one device; receiving data pertaining to a plurality of outlet groups associated with the UPS; determining, by a processor, one configuration profile for the at least one device, the one configuration profile being included in a plurality of configuration profiles; determining, by the processor, one outlet group of the plurality of outlet groups configured for the one configuration profile; associating the one configuration profile with the one outlet group; and providing an instruction for a user to connect the at least one device in an outlet included in the one outlet group.
This invention relates to configuring outlet groups on an uninterruptible power supply (UPS) to optimize power distribution and management. The problem addressed is the need to efficiently assign devices to specific UPS outlets based on their power requirements and operational profiles, ensuring reliable power delivery and preventing overloads. The method involves receiving data about at least one device, including its power consumption characteristics and operational needs. It also collects data on the UPS's outlet groups, which are predefined sets of outlets with specific power capacities or control settings. A processor then selects a configuration profile for the device from a library of predefined profiles, each tailored to different device types or power management strategies. The processor matches this profile to an appropriate outlet group that aligns with the profile's requirements, such as voltage regulation, surge protection, or load balancing. The system then associates the profile with the selected outlet group and instructs the user to connect the device to an outlet within that group. This ensures the device is powered correctly while maintaining system stability. The approach automates the configuration process, reducing manual errors and improving UPS efficiency.
12. The method of claim 11 , further including: displaying a visual representation of the UPS to the user, the visual representation including a visual representation of the plurality of outlet groups, the visual representation of the plurality of outlet groups including at least one visual representation of an outlet of at least one outlet group of the plurality of outlet groups; and providing the instruction for the user to connect the at least one device in the outlet via the visual representation.
The outlet group configuration method displays a visual representation of the UPS, including the outlet groups and their individual outlets, and guides the user to the correct outlet using this visual representation. This provides a visual and interactive method for configuring and connecting devices to the appropriate outlets.
13. The method of claim 11 , further including associating a plurality of priority levels with the plurality of configuration profiles, wherein the plurality of priority levels ranges from a lowest priority level to a highest priority level.
The outlet group configuration method involves assigning priority levels to the configuration profiles, ranging from lowest to highest. This helps to prioritize power distribution in case of an event, such as a power outage, enabling the UPS to maintain power to the most critical equipment first.
14. The method of claim 11 , further including configuring the plurality of configuration profiles to include configuration settings, the configuration settings including at least one of critical load information, graceful shutdown information, turn-on delay information, stay-off delay information and turn-off delay information.
The outlet group configuration method configures each configuration profile to include settings like critical load information, graceful shutdown details, turn-on delay, stay-off delay, and turn-off delay. This allows each device profile to have tailored power settings, optimizing performance and data protection.
15. The method of claim 11 , further including determining whether a first outlet group and a second outlet group are associated with at least one profile of the plurality of configuration profiles, wherein the second outlet group is dependent on the first outlet group.
The method for configuring outlet groups determines if two outlet groups are associated with configuration profiles and if one outlet group is dependent on the other, providing dependency information.
16. The method of claim 11 , further including: determining whether the first outlet group is preferably assignable by the one configuration profile; and associating the at least one device with the first outlet group, if the first outlet group is preferably assignable by the one configuration profile.
The method determines if an outlet group is the preferred assignment for a device configuration profile and associates the device with the outlet group if the outlet is preferred.
17. The method of claim 11 , further including: determining whether the one configuration profile is already associated with an outlet group of the plurality of outlet groups; and associating the at least one device with the outlet group, if the one configuration profile is already associated with the outlet group.
The outlet group configuration method checks to see if a device configuration profile is associated with an outlet group, and associates the device to it.
18. The method of claim 11 , further including: determining whether at least one free outlet group is included in the plurality of outlet groups; and associating the at least one device with the at least one free outlet group, if there is at least one free outlet group in the plurality of outlet groups.
The outlet group configuration method checks for a free outlet, and associates the device with the free outlet group.
19. The method of claim 18 , further including associating another device already assigned to the one outlet group to another outlet group, if there are no free outlet groups in the plurality of outlet groups and the another device has a lower priority level than the at least one device.
Building upon the free outlet search, the method reassigns a lower priority device to another outlet when there are no free outlets available.
20. A non-transitory computer readable medium having stored thereon sequences of instruction for configuring outlet groups on an uninterruptible power supply (UPS), including instructions that will cause a processor to: receive data pertaining to at least one device; receive data pertaining to a plurality of outlet groups associated with the UPS; determine one configuration profile for the at least one device, the one configuration profile being included in a plurality of configuration profiles; determine one outlet group of the plurality of outlet groups configured for the one configuration profile; associate the one configuration profile with the one outlet group; and provide an instruction for a user to connect the at least one device in an outlet included in the one outlet group.
A computer-readable storage medium holds instructions for configuring UPS outlet groups, performing the method by receiving device and outlet group data, determining configuration profiles and outlet groups, associating them, and providing connection instructions.
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